Kenneth Stanton
About Kenneth Stanton
Kenneth Stanton is a Senior IT Support Specialist at OANDA in Toronto, Ontario, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in IT support roles and possesses strong skills in managing operating systems, API integration, and various software tools.
Work at OANDA
Kenneth Stanton has been employed at OANDA as a Senior IT Support Specialist since 2022. His role involves managing the onboarding process for new employees and frequently taking on new IT projects. Prior to his current position, he served as an IT Support Specialist and IT Support Analyst at OANDA from 2020 to 2022 and 2018 to 2020, respectively. During his tenure, he developed expertise in API management and integration, server configuration, and the use of various IT tools.
Education and Expertise
Kenneth Stanton studied at Sheridan College, where he earned a Diploma in Information Technology Support Services from 2016 to 2018. He also attended Humber College, completing a program in Information Technology, achieving a qualification as a Computer and Network Support Technician from 2013 to 2015. His education has equipped him with skills in managing and troubleshooting across multiple operating systems, including Windows, MacOS, and Linux.
Background in IT Support Roles
Before joining OANDA, Kenneth Stanton gained experience in various IT support roles. He worked as an IT Support Technician (Co-op) at Pinnaca for four months in 2017 and as an IT Coordinator at Canada Bread Company, Limited for four months in 2018. Additionally, he served as an IT Support Analyst at OANDA from 2018 to 2020, where he honed his technical skills and contributed to IT support operations.
Experience as a Ski Instructor
In addition to his IT career, Kenneth Stanton has worked as a Ski Instructor for the City of Toronto since 2012 at Centennial Park Ski Resort. His role as a ski instructor has spanned over 12 years, during which he has also served as a Summer Camp Counselor from 2012 to 2018 at Hollycrest Community School, demonstrating his ability to manage diverse responsibilities.
Technical Skills and Tools
Kenneth Stanton possesses strong technical skills in IT support, including proficiency in using and configuring tools such as Gsuite, Office 365, and Atlassian. He is experienced in server configuration and scripting languages like Powershell. His excellent communication and time management skills further enhance his effectiveness in managing IT support tasks.